Question

Alice, a resident of the Philippines, entered into a contract with Bob, a resident of France, for the sale of goods. The contract did not specify the applicable law in case of disputes. A dispute arose between the parties regarding the performance of the contract. They brought the case before a Philippine court.

Based on the facts given:

1. What is the principle of "Choice of Law" in conflicts of law situations?
2. In the absence of a choice of law by the parties, how will the Philippine court determine the governing law?
3. What is the doctrine of "Renvoi"?
4. How does the doctrine of "Processual Presumption" apply in this case?
5. Assuming that the Philippine court applies the doctrine of "Renvoi," what would be the governing law for resolving the dispute?